Authentic 1972 Vintage Barbie “Busy Barbie” #3311 original outfit and accessories only (no doll). Set includes the multicolor patchwork skirt, halter-top bodysuit, red pilgrim shoes and three brown molded accessories. Outfit was designed by Mattel with a casual “frayed” look at the edges and presents beautifully for display. Harder-to-find ensemble, especially this complete and clean.

Features

• Item: Vintage Barbie Busy Barbie outfit & accessories only

• Year/Number: 1972 #3311

• Pieces included:

  • Multicolor patchwork cotton skirt with ruffled hem and elasticized waist

  • HTF halter-topped bodysuit with denim blue cotton top and white panty

  • Brown plastic TV with original paper decal screen and antenna

  • Brown plastic tray

  • Brown plastic suitcase with factory travel decals; opens and closes easily

  • Red Taiwan pilgrim shoes

• Marks: Hong Kong tag on outfit; red shoes marked Taiwan

• Original details: Skirt and bodysuit edges intentionally frayed as designed

• Origin: Original owner collection

Not included: doll, stand, background, record player, barrette, tumblers, telephone or any other props shown in photos or mentioned in original set contents.

Condition

Overall condition: Mint (outfit & plastics)

• Skirt:

  • Multicolor patchwork cotton is bright and unfaded

  • Elasticized waist still has stretch

  • Ruffled red hem with factory-frayed edge as designed

  • No obvious stains, holes or repairs noticed

• Halter-top bodysuit:

  • Denim blue cotton top with white attached panty

  • Snap closure intact and working

  • Frayed edges and raw-look trim are original factory styling

  • Fabric is clean with no major discoloration noted

• Accessories:

  • Brown plastic TV with antenna; paper decal on screen intact with strong color

  • Brown plastic tray clean with no cracks or chips

  • Brown plastic suitcase opens and closes easily; paper travel decals on both sides in nice shape with minor age wear only

  • Red Taiwan pilgrim shoes: bright color, no splits that I can see

• General:

  • Outfit and accessories appear gently handled and carefully stored

  • Please review all photos for close-up views of fabric texture, edges and decals

Missing from the original Busy Barbie #3311 set: barrette, brown record player, brown tumblers, brown telephone.

Keywords for Collectors

Vintage Barbie outfit, Busy Barbie 3311, 1972 Barbie clothes, Hong Kong tag, Taiwan shoes, pilgrim heels, Barbie TV, Barbie suitcase, travel decals, 1970s Barbie fashion, HTF Busy Barbie outfit, original owner, mint Barbie outfit, mod Barbie era, patchwork skirt, halter bodysuit, doll display outfit, Barbie accessories only.

Item Specifics

• Brand: Mattel Barbie

• Character: Barbie

• Line: Busy Barbie / Mod Era Barbie

• Model: #3311 Busy Barbie Outfit

• Type: Outfit & Accessories Only (No Doll)

• Year Manufactured: 1972

• Era/Decade: 1970s

• Material: Cloth, plastic, paper decals

• Color: Multicolor patchwork skirt; blue/white bodysuit; brown accessories; red shoes

• Country/Region of Manufacture: Hong Kong (outfit), Taiwan (shoes)

• Original/Reproduction: Original vintage

• Condition: Mint outfit & accessories; see detailed description

• Packaging: No original packaging